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Our take on the Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A3020by Crutchfield's Marshall Chase

Yamaha designed their AVENTAGE series of receivers from the ground up with sound quality as the ultimate goal. They paid attention to the little details that add up to better performance — from a solidly built double-bottomed chassis, to separate power supplies for digital and analog circuitry. And to top it off, AVENTAGE receivers are backed by a three-year warranty.

Yamaha AVENTAGE® — Premium design and performance

Yamaha designed their AVENTAGE series of receivers from the ground up with sound quality as the ultimate goal. They paid attention to the little details that add up to better performance — from a solidly built double-bottomed chassis, to separate power supplies for digital and analog circuitry. And to top it off, AVENTAGE receivers are backed by a three-year warranty.

Outstanding picture quality in two places at once

The RX-A3020 has dual-room/dual-source HDMI output. That means you can enjoy the big game on your living room A/V system, while a family member watches a Blu-ray movie on the bedroom TV. Plus this receiver advanced HQV® Vida™ video processing that optimizes all the video signals passing through to your TVs. Powerful noise reduction and video scaling can even clean up your lower-resolution sources. If you're a movie buff with a DVD collection, you'll see a sharper, more detailed picture with your old favorites.

Unleash your iTunes® library and AirPlay®

AirPlay lets you stream music from your iTunes collection directly to your Yamaha receiver, either from a networked computer or right from your iPhone®, iPad®, or iPod touch®. Not only do you get a fast and convenient way to listen to your favorites, but anyone in your home can stream from their player to share their latest find.

The free Yamaha A/V Controller app gives you easy touchscreen control over the RX-A3020 with your smartphone or tablet.

The RX-A3020 has a direct digital input on the front panel, so you can plug your iPod touch, iPhone or iPad directly in. That's definitely convenient, but it also sounds better than an ordinary analog connection, because it bypasses the iPod's audio circuitry and use the receiver's instead. This connection even charges your iPod when it's turned off.

Free remote app for Apple® and Android™ devices

Yamaha offers a free, downloadable app for both Apple® and Android™ devices that you can use to control your system with ease. That's especially handy when you're using the receiver for a multi-room setup, because you can control it from anywhere in your home where your smartphone or tablet can get a Wi-Fi® signal. AirPlay requires a wireless home network and a wired connection between the receiver and network.

Enjoy HD Radio™ and your record collection

The RX-A3020 comes with a built-in HD Radio tuner so you can enjoy digital high-definition programs from your favorite area HD Radio stations. With 40 memory presets, there's plenty of space to save regular and multi-cast stations that you just can't get without this special type of radio tuner. And since vinyl is back, this receiver features a phono input so you can connect aturntable for warm sound with your record collection.

Your broadband entertainment network

The RX-A3020's Ethernet port opens the door to a world of fresh, new listening options. Thousands of Internet radio stations from every corner of the world are at your fingertips. And music files streamed from your networked PC are just a touch away. The possibilities seem endless.

Flexible connection options

With nine channels of power, this receiver can drive speakers in a number of different configurations depending on your setup. Enjoy surround sound in your home theater with as many as nine speakers re-creating involving special effects. Or enjoy seven-channel surround sound and use the other two channels to bi-amp your front speakers for better sound. Or listen to stereo speakers in another room.

Yamaha's Intelligent Amp Assign feature lets you set up multiple speakers to share the same amp channels — like outdoor speakers for Zone 2 and back surround speakers in a 9.1-channel surround setup — and the receiver will send power to the correct speakers for whatever you're playing.

Superb

Fantastic receiver. I originally purchased the RX-A1040, but upon recommendation from both Yamaha and Klipsch, I returned it for the RX-A3020. The RX-A3020 has many of the features of the RX-A1040, but is rated at 150 WPC which is recommended to drive the Klipsch RF-82's. Receiver is performing tremendously and with all of the large selections of inputs and outputs this should function well for many years to come. Remote is great as is the Yamaha AV app on my iPhone. Glad I was able to purchase this receiver as I had looked at many other brands and models before this became available.

Pros:Clean power, very little distortion, large variety of inputs.

Cons:None

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Yamaha products impress

This unit is a full step up from my previous Yamaha RX-V671 that worked great. More power 150w vs 95w, Airplay that works great & more solid unit. Kinda miss not having iPod Dock although Airplay makes it obsolete . Will be bi-amping my main speakers using the YAO mic to balance them all. No problems, huge downloadable manual covers everything so far.

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Impressive Performance

Overall the 3020 is a fantastic performer. I'm coming from a succession of mid to upper tier Onkyo Receiver/Amps which have, until recently, performed relatively well and offered excellent features for their cost. The last Onkyo died just outside of warranty so I was wanting to step up a level. The Yamaha is a tremendous improvement and solves a number of problems for me. With 3 powered zones I was able to pull a second amp out of my rack which had been driving a pair of outdoor speakers. Also, unlike Onkyo's offerings, the output sound to zones 2 and 3 is not limited to analog devices, you can output any source to any/all of the zones. It's loaded with power and I can't imagine having enough input devices to come close to maxing it out. Since I've only had it about 3 weeks I'm still learning its tricks and will have to follow this review up later once I've run the YPAO configuration and fully integrated my home network. The sound quality is definitely a step up from the Onkyos. The only thing that keeps it from being a clear "5" is that the remote is a little tedious - especially the functionality of Macro modes - although it will do virtually everything you need once its finally configured.

Pros:Clean sound and great power
Easy access to multi zone music
Tons of inputs and HDMI outputs (even to Zone2)
Relatively easy configuration - menus are very intuitive
Great flexibility

Cons:Remote can be somewhat clunky - for a unit at this level I'm thinking touch screen LCD is in order.

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One Glaring Flaw

This is a great piece of equipment, with one glaring flaw. In its effort to make everything idiot-proof by automating simple functions, Yamaha, in its infinite wisdom, has decided to tell you how to utilize your 9 channels of power by giving you a choice of preset configurations. I would be happy with 9 channels, one connected to each pair of speaker outputs. But Yamaha has done the thinking for you, and if you don't fit into its preconceived amp configurations, you are out of luck. I have a 5.1 system with one zone. One channel to each of my 5 speaker setup, one each to the zone speakers, and two channels left over to biamp my front mains. Simple, right? Nope. After consulting with my Crutchfield rep, and he with Yamaha's rep, it appears that Yamaha doesn't offer that configuration, so I am left in the absurd position of having 2 channels unused and two mains I can't biamp. Yamaha, I'm not a dolt, and I don't need you to preconfigure my amp outputs. Thanks, but no thanks. If you can think, check your receiver to see if you can do with it what you want. Big Brother Yamaha is watching.

Pros:build quality, video and audio quality

Cons:amp pre-configuration modes may not fit in with your system needs

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Solid Receiver

I have 2 of these units, one feeding my Home Theatre Room and one (refurb) feeding my gym ( also used as spare in case main theatre breaks down). The home theatre unit is running 11.2 channels. I also have a Denon X4000 feeding my bedroom equipment. Sound quality is pretty good. Switching (HDMI) functionality is good also. While, I like the unit, I am having a heard time getting good sound distinction coming from the rear heights and rear surrounds...tested on both 3020 units. On the Denon unit, there is a much clearer distinction in the back wall channels. Overall, I do like the unit.

Pros:Good unit.

Cons:Rear wall channels not quite as clear as I'd like.

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Real home theater in a box!

This is by far the nicest A/V receiver I've ever purchased, and would do so again in a heartbeat. It supplies effortless power and has dynamic range to match, with a plethora of real, useful features to make the experience more practical, approachable, and enjoyable no matter the content. This can truly be the heart of a home entertainment SYSTEM with robust connectivity and flexible programming options that are all within the grasp of anyone that can follow the instructions (use a laptop or tablet to peruse the manual, as it's electronic only, unfortunately). I don't really believe in all of the artificial boosting and tweaking of the original media, but this unit seems to gracefully compensate for real-world deficiencies without being obnoxious. I've only been loyal to one other common A/V brand that begins with the letter "O", but through a series of product failures that are widely known in the online community, I've finally converted to Yamaha after I swore for years that I wouldn't (if only because they were so ugly for so many years! Remember that hideous rust color to their screens?). This unit, for the six months I've owned it (not really long enough to prove anything yet), has not experienced a single software hiccup or glitch, and genuinely seems to regard the user more than it expects you to anticipate it. A short learning curve makes for an easy-to-use and pleasant system that does what you ask without question and does it all very well.

Pros:Power, thoughtful and quality connections, fantastic build quality, impressive technical features, plenty of built-in entertainment value and lots of room for future expansion and to stave off obsolescence. Great auto-tuning software and intuitive and powerful on-screen GUI, crazy customization and flexibility for all sorts of source units, and a focus on multi-zone entertaining with enough prowess to excel at playback of nearly all sources including hi-fidelity stereo reproduction.

Cons:Not exactly cheap, but a great value nonetheless. No printed manual, two-tone remote is a bit unusual, no built-in WiFi, not so much a con but a challenge is the sheer size of the unit for many shelves or cabinets so plan ahead for adequate ventilation and remember it is DEEP especially with an array of cables connected.

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Yamaha AVENTAGE RX-A3020

I had a Yamaha rcvr about 6 years ago and was very impressed by it at that time. So when my 5 year old Onkyo could no longer process 3D HDMI it was time to upgrade so I choose the Yamaha. Moreover I have a home theatre setup where I have a TV and a projector in the same room with a motorized drop down screen dropping in front of the tv for movie watching. So I needed 2 HDMI outputs which this offers. Just FYI my main front speakers are floor standing kick ass Martin Logan ESL's and all others are top of the line Polk Audio. However, after all the hookup and fine tuning I have to say I was very disappointed with the quality of the sound from the Yamaha. Just didn't sound loud enough and the depth of bass was lacking. Another huge issue was- I could not Bi-amp my front speakers and at the same time have a zone 2! Zone 2 only came with a normal 7.2 option without bi-amp. Since my speaker arrangement is only 5.1 the 7.2 was a waste and I wish I had the flexibility to divert 2 channels to my Bi-amp instead. But Yamaha has pre configured speaker options which cannot be changed. So I ended up returning this and getting an Onkyo TX NR929- which is cheaper but better! More on that in another review!

Outstanding

Crutchfield had the receiver marked down because it is discontinued. Great buy! This unit replaces an Onkyo TX-NR809 that succumbed to the reportedly common HDMI board failure six months out of warranty. My decision came down to this unit and the Denon 4520 and I could not pass up this bargain. Set up is straight forward. Again, no paper manual, just a CD. I downloaded a PDF file and printed it out. The first thing I did was download the firmware update from the Yamaha website to a flash drive and install it via the USB input on the front of the unit behind the drop down door. I also purchased the optional YMA-10 wireless network adapter. Easy install on the USB port on the back of the unit. Despite what I had read elsewhere about problems with this adapter, I experienced none. This receiver is everything it is touted to be! The sound is phenomenal. Much better than my previous Onkyo. So far, so good. There is definitely a learning curve and I've only had it two weeks. There are a multitude of ways to tweak your audio and video. I will revise this review once I have more experience with it. I highly recommend this AV receiver, especially if you can get a good deal on it. It has everything you need to be the center of your entertainment system.

Pros:Feature laden, plenty of power to drive all of your speakers, plenty of inputs and outputs.

Cons:None found yet.

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Great Receiver

I've been a Yamaha fan for years. They make quality products with outstanding sound. This receiver is a perfect example. It's loaded with features and capabilities. The sound is outstanding. There is nothing lacking in this - actually a hard copy manual would have been appreciated since on-screen scrolling of 200+ pages is not fun.

Good Receiver

It's a lot nicer than the 2020, it have a tone of features and the clarity is a lot better than the onkyo . The only receiver that has better sound quality that it is that Marantz 7007. One of the things I like about the receiver is it does not run hot and it does well with different zones.

Pros:Nice sound quality, lots of features , very cool and different zones

Yamaha RX-A3020

This unit replaced a Yamaha RX-V3300 with the same speakers and components in place and has better power , features, functionality and openess in its basic and DSP modes. It presents a distinct upgrage to the former unit

Pros:Excellent interface with TV and other components, easy to setup has more features than I will probably ever use.

Cons:Requires a little learning curve to fully realize its potential.

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RX-A3020

This unit replaced a yamaha V867 tuner that I believe to be a very good sounding unit. lack of HDMI expansion was reason for upgrading. I couldnt be more please with the excellent sound of the new unit. Yamaha top end gear is hard to beat for both function and its wonderful warm sound. I highly recommend to anyone looking for a new receiver. I am running a Carver TFM25 through the pre-out for my front mains, Polk LSI15s and running Polk LSI 9s on the rear surrond. A JBL center completes my 5.1 system.

The "Network Server" on my new Yamaha RX-A3020 receiver gets "Access Errors" I currently have a Yamaha RX-V2065 and just upgraded my Yamaha RX-V1065 to a Yamaha RX-A3020. The RX-V2065 has been working flawlessly for many years now with the "Network Server". I have a WD My Cloud NAS with a massive amount of mp3 files loaded on my home network. This has been working outstanding with my RX-V2065. But, since I have upgraded from my Yamaha RX-V1065 to a Yamaha RX-A3020 it have been nothing but frustration, headaches, and a-lot of wasted time on my part trying to get the "Network Server" to work correctly. After installing the new RX-A3020 receiver, which is on the same network as my RX-V2065 and using the same WD My Cloud NAS, I was expecting to use the new RX-A3020 receivers "Network Server" like I did with the RX-V2065. That has not been the case at all. I keep getting "Access Error" messages. I can play a "Genre" or an "Album" and it works just fine, but I cannot seem to use the "All Music", I get the "Access Error" message. While RX-V2065 is sharp, quick and works for hour on end with using the "All Music". The RX-V2065 receiver continues to "shuffle" thru-out the huge music library I have, but the RX-A3020 will not. I have contacted Yamaha thru their hot-line and support emails with no help what so ever, "take it in to a repair center", right. I have contacted Cructhfield and was promised a call back after they talk to Yamaha, this never happen. Yamaha please get the RX-A3020 to work the correctly like the RX-V2065 receiver. As far as I am concerned, this is a Yamaha problem, please let me know when this will be resolved?

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Crutchfield responseon 2/19/2014We received the following response from Yamaha:
The RX-A3020 uses a different network chip than the RX-V1065/2065, so those receivers may not be compatible with the same NAS drives. The WD MyCloud NAS drive has several new firmware and software updates which could help. It's possible the RX-A3020 is looking for a newer firmware version, and doesn't recognize the older version.
Firmware Update Page: http://support.wd.com/product/download.asp?groupid=904&lang=en
There was a firmware update for the AV receiver back in the middle of 2013 which should be installed as well. http://usa.yamaha.com/products/audio-visual/aventage/rx-a3020_black_u/?mode=model
If none of this does not trick, then the receiver's network chip may simply be incompatible with the WD MyCloud NAS drive. Yamaha has had issues with other DLNA NAS drives, but not the WD MyCloud in particular.

Just what I needed

Exactly what I needed for my home theater. Plenty of power, amazing networkability and ease to use.

Pros:Power
Sound
Network functions, to include remote control on Apple devices

Cons:Remote that comes with it
Sound stages are not very useful, sound very weird.

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Be c areful..

netman8762 from Central Pa on 5/23/2013

I was replacing a Onkyo TX-NR3009. Right out of the box the Yamaha is very nice. Have to say though that the first thing that I noticed was that it seemed very light. I am not so set that I could not over look that so I went ahead and set the unit up. In setup I have to admit that I really like the Yamaha YPAO setup. It did a really good job and noticed that one of my cables (that I had changed!) was wired wrong. Very nice and quick setup! Upon beginning to get into the use I had to change the remote right away. I just could not deal with it so I used the Yamaha to control the receiver and the Onkyo to control everything else. The remote is just kind of awkward and there are not enough buttons to program to perform the functions that I needed. So I went ahead and started with a pristine copy of Wish You Were Here on vinyl. The sound in two channel direct node is awesome! Very strong and even. I then moved to a recorded episode of Definace. This is where it starts to get weird. I really like this show and I usually watch it with the Neo X movie setting. I went for the Spectacle first, then Sci Fi then adventure.... These soundfields are the weakness of this unit. They all sound like they are adding echo and you are watching everything from way down a tube. Went back to a Onkyo TX-R-3010 that I had around and all was well.
The Yamaha seems to have really good two channel sound but it does seem weaker then its rated 145 per channel. I love the interface and the flexibility.

Pros:Great two channel sound
Very Nice interface
Light enough to move around easily?

way over rated

sfb from fort laud on 3/26/2013

I have a 7 yr young Onkyo TX SR805.. I thought I needed an "upgrade".. I was mistaken. My Onkyo was taken off the shelf (40+ lbs) and replaced with the alleged "replacement Upgrade" 3020.. the Onkyo is more dynamic in sound, more power though it is rated 10 watts /ch less than the 3020. the power "seems" soooooo much more from the Onkyo. setup is MUCH easier on the Onkyo, the remote control is better, the Ipod connection is MUCH better on the Onkyo.. i.e... the fron panel of the Yamaha MUST BE OPEN with an APPLE CORD DANGLING OUT THE FRONT AT ALLLLL times while you listen to your ipod on the Yamaha .... (that's ridiculous) ... the Onkyo discretely plugs the USB in the BACK of the receiver... to hide the Apple USB cord... I mean really.... Yamaha.. C'mon... no USB option on the rear of the AV??? wow.. so in short the door of the 3020 MUST be open.. with the white cable runing out .. in order for the listener to listen to the iPod..... ( I just wanted you to know once again how absurd that sounds.. yet true... The Network setup is convoluted.... and not easy.. AT ALL. The on screen menu is horrible.. Onkyo's is MUCH better...

Pros:really ???? none

Cons:network setup, Ipod access ( i.e. cable plug in on the front door which cannot be shot due to the fact that you have a white cable plugged into a black box... (UGLY)!!!, sound is tinny, cannot for the life of me listen to my two main speakers and sub.. I have to use a sub par center channel.... etc etc etc etc...

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Awesome Value

I've owned or listened to a number of home theater receivers in this class in recent years. All of them are well-built and sound great, if properly set up. The real difference, I think, is in the features and usability. That's where this receiver shines. My last receiver was a Pioneer Elite SC-68 - their top-of-the-line. As I said, it sounds great. Problem is, the features aren't nearly on par with this Yamaha. For example, Yamaha has Rhapsody and Pandora built in and easy to use. The Pioneer at least has Pandora, but the interface is as clunky as can be. In fact, the Pioneer user interface is lousy throughout, and the remote feels cheap. The RX-A3020 on the other hand is a breeze to use. All of its features are, and the remote is high-quality. I'll be putting the Pioneer up for sale now, and will stay with Yamaha for the forseeable future.

Pros:Where to start.... built like a tank, outstanding graphical interface for every function, great universal remote (I prefer it to my Logitech Harmony), loads of power, great sound. Lots of internet options, including internet radio, Pandora, Rhapsody, etc. (make sure you have the latest firmware - the original firmware didn't have all of these). Has an outstanding "information" display that allows you to see every parameter of your input and output signals.

Cons:Does not include a paper manual - a pdf on a disk is all you get. I hate that, though it seems to be the industry standard nowadays. I say charge 10 bucks more for it and include a real manual.

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Yamaha RX-A3020

This is my first AV receiver, I'm new to the home theater game so it took a few days to get past the learning curve but now all is good. I am very pleased with the operation of this receiver. I like the Scenes feature, the YPAO setup my speakers really well even though I haven't experimented with their location. Well worth the money.

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Yamaha 3020 exceeds all expectations!!!

This is my 3rd av receiver. In the mid 90s I bought a $1,000 onkyo, and around 2003 I purchased a 7.1 100 watts per marantz. I loved them both , but was trying to keep up with new technology. I've been researching receivers for the last 3 years, and was taking a strong look at denon! After all of my research I felt the Yamaha had the best bang for the buck! I couldn't possibly be more satisfied with this purchase! Both audio, and video are pristine! My friends , and family are truly amazed, and they all want movie nights at my house! My girlfriend says it feels like a night club when she plays her music. We've pushed it to -8 on the volume, and it goes to+16.5 in .5 increments . Outstanding power, and amazing clarity! I also purchased def tech bp 8060 st fronts , and received a free 8040 center, and 8040 bp surrounds! The whole system just rocks with zero distortion! I also went for the audioquest carbon hdmi cables , and type4 speaker cables! All together it's like nothing I've ever heard before, and well worth the money. I'll be using my crutchfield rewards soon to purchase the Yamaha 1020 bluray player next! Dolly was the associate who worked with me, and she was super helpful! I'm so glad I trusted my purchase to crutchfield , and will continue in the future! I'll be reviewing my other purchases soon. Get a simillar setup, and you too will be amazed!

Yamaha RX-A3020

I researched this product carefully and found it to be the best in class, and it didn't disappoint. Easy setup; easy to understand. Crutchfield always has the best prices; and it didn't disappoint there either. A very satisfied customer here.

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RX-A3020

I am not new to Yamaha processors and this one is the best yet. I am presently operating it in the 9.1 mode and the sound is warm seamless and puts you into a club or concert hall with accuracy and realism. This processor is powerful and versatile. I particularly like the ability to incorporate my external amplifiers such as MacIntosh MC 275 or Anthem Statement P2. Flexibility is also enhanced with the HDMI inputs provided. I consider this very user friendly processor to be a bargain. I highly recommend this processor if you want good build quality,attractive industrial design, power, fidelity and value.

Pros:150 watts per channel excellent provides the best movie or music experience with substantial control authority that combines well with the inherent flexibility of this first class processor.

Cons:Steep learning curve but once you master it the RX-V3020 it becomes the heart of a first class home theater experience.

Product Research

Audio Features

Aventage Series: The Aventage line of Yamaha AV receivers is
based on the audio design concept of providing a massive, full-bodied sound for
movie sound effects and the accurate reproduction of music sources. By expertly
harmonizing traditional and advanced technologies, every factor that affects
sound quality, from materials & parts construction to circuitry layout,
vibration damping, and "fine-tuning" the sound, is handled with no other thought
than to achieve the best possible audio quality. As a result, every Aventage
receiver has the ability to reproduce the most subtle details of high-definition
sound, so that listeners can enjoy a truly high-class sound studio experience at
home.

Aluminum Front Panel: The aluminum front panel is used
to effectively shield sensitive circuitry from external noise and electronic
energy generated by dimmer switches, fluorescent lighting, video monitors
and so on. This ensures optimum sonic performance in the widest range of
installation environments.

H-Shaped Cross Member Frame: The interior of the
receiver is reinforced with cross members in an H-shape to provide an
extremely rigid and stable frame. This reduces chassis vibration to
virtually zero even during high volume output (seemingly even minor
vibrations can affect the sound), maintaining the highest audio quality.

Double Bottom Construction: An additional bottom cover
is added for additional support and to improve sound performance at higher
volume levels and also support the power transformer and heat sinks.

A.R.T.: The A.R.T. (Anti-Resonance Technology) Wedge
5th foot is in the center of the unit. It dampens vibrations from the power
transformer, power transistors and heat sinks, as well as vibrations that
might be caused by the sound from the speakers. A.R.T. Wedge 5th foot helps
ensure that vibrations do not affect the sound quality.

Symmetrical Power Amplifier Layout: The interior of the
unit has been precisely planned, circuit-routed and built so that the left &
right channels are physically and electrically isolated. This naturally
maximizes channel separation, but also greatly improves signal to noise
ratio and helps to achieve a wide, open sound stage.

Hybrid Power Supply: Independent power supplies for the
digital and analog circuit, resulting in less power consumption in the
standby mode, and a more efficient power transformer.

High Fidelity Sound: The Yamaha RX-A3020 uses high quality, audio-grade
Burr-Brown 192kHz/24-bit digital-to-analog converters for all channels to maximize
sound quality. It also utilizes low-jitter
PLL circuitry to help optimize sound imaging, resulting in a more dynamic sound
with greater detail and less distortion. The receiver's wide-range
frequency response, 10Hz to 100kHz, allows you to enjoy the full fidelity of
Blu-ray, DVD-Audio and Super-Audio CD players.

Assignable 9.2ch AV Receiver: The Yamaha RX-A3020 AV Receiver is
equipped with a 9-channel amplifier rated at 150 watts (into 8-ohms, at 20-20khz,
with 0.06% THD, driving 2 channels) which provides high dynamic power with
low-impedance drive capability. The RX-A3020 also includes dual LFE
(mono-subwoofer) outputs for connecting a powered sub. The built-in nine channel amplifier can
be programmed to power various speaker configurations.

9ch Normal: Nine speakers are powered in the main room.
Rear presence & surround back speakers can be connected. Zone 2 & Zone 3
speakers must be powered by separate amps.

9ch + 1Zone: Nine speakers in the main room (front,
center, surround, surround back, & presence) and two speakers in a second
zone are connected to the receiver; when the second zone is turned on, the
surround back speakers turn off. Zone 3 is powered by a separate amp. There
are no Rear Presence speakers.

9ch + RP: Nine speakers are powered in the main room.
The receiver powers the front, center, surround, surround back speakers and
front presence speakers; external amps power the rear presence speakers.
When this configuration is applied, you cannot utilize the Zone Out/Pre Out
jacks for connecting an external amplifier in Zone 3.

9ch + Front: Nine speakers are powered in the main room. The receiver powers the center,
surround, surround back speakers, front presence & rear presence speakers;
external amps power the main front speakers. When this configuration is
applied, you cannot utilize the Zone Out/Pre Out jacks for connecting an
external amplifier in Zone 3.

7ch + FP + RP: Seven speakers are powered in the main room.
The receiver powers the front, center, surround, & surround back speakers;
external amps power the front & rear presence speakers. When this
configuration is applied, you cannot utilize the Zone Out/Pre Out jacks for
connecting an external amplifier in Zone 2 or Zone 3.

7ch + 1Zone: Seven speakers in the main room (front,
center, surround, & surround back) and two speakers in a second zone are
connected to the receiver; Zone 3 speakers are powered by a separate amp.
There are no Presence speakers.

7ch + 2Zone: Seven speakers in the main room (front,
center, surround, & surround back), two speakers in Zone2, and two speakers
in Zone3 are connected to the receiver. When Zone 3 output is enabled, the
surround back speakers in the main zone do not output sound.

7ch + Front + 1Zone: Seven speakers in the main room
(front presence, center, surround, and surround back) and two speakers in a
second zone are connected to the receiver; the main front speakers are
powered by an external amp. Rear Presence speakers are not used.

7ch Bi-Amp: Seven speakers are powered in the main room
(front, center, surround, & surround back) with the two extra amplifier
channels used to bi-amp the front speakers. Zone 2/3 speakers can be
connected to a separate amp. There are no Presence speakers in this
configuration.

7ch Bi-Amp +FP: Seven speakers are powered in the main room
(front, center, surround, & surround back) with the two extra amplifier
channels used to bi-amp the front speakers. Front Presence speakers can be
connected to a separate amp. When this configuration is applied, you cannot
utilize the Zone Out/Pre Out jacks for connecting external amplifiers for
Zone 2.

7ch Bi-Amp + FP + RP: Seven speakers are powered in the main room
(front, center, surround, & surround back) with the two extra amplifier
channels used to bi-amp the front speakers. Front & Rear Presence speakers
can be connected to separate amps. When this configuration is applied, you
cannot utilize the Zone Out/Pre Out jacks for connecting external amplifiers
for Zone 2 or 3.

5ch + Front + 2Zone: Five speakers in the main room
(center, surround, & surround back), two speakers in Zone 2, and two speakers
in Zone 3 are connected to the receiver; the main front speakers are powered
by an external amp. Presence speakers are not used.

Bi-Amp Speaker Connections: This receiver allows you to
reassign the surround back amplifier channels to make bi-amp connections
(compatible speakers required). A bi-amplification connection uses two
amplifiers for one speaker. One amplifier is connected to the woofer section of
a loudspeaker while the other is connected to the combined midrange and tweeter
section. With this arrangement each amplifier operates over a limited frequency
range, making its job easier.

Presence Speakers: Two pair of speaker terminals (Extra
Speaker1/Extra Speaker2) or two pair of preamp-outputs (Zone Out/Pre-Outs) can
be used for Front & Rear Presence speakers. The Presence speakers supplement the sound from the front speakers with extra
ambient effects produced by Cinema DSP. These effects include sounds that the
filmmakers intended to locate a little farther back behind the screen in order
to create more theater-like ambience. The Presence speakers should be placed at
the front of the room 1-3 feet outside of the front speakers and at least 6 feet
off the floor.

YPAO R.S.C. (Reflect Sound Control): YPAO-R.S.C. analyzes room
acoustics and measures various speaker characteristics, then calibrates audio
parameters to achieve optimum sound. It employs Reflected Sound Control to
correct early reflections for studio-quality sound. It also provides DSP Effect
Normalization, which varies the CINEMA DSP parameters according to the reflected
sounds. Yamaha's YPAO-R.S.C. system uses a small microphone and sophisticated
equalization to automatically set the best sound for any room, no matter where
the speakers are. First it checks the speaker connections and phase of each
speaker. Then it sends out tones which are captured by the microphone to analyze
the room acoustics and sets a variety of parameters; such as the speaker size,
the distance of the speakers, and even the volume level; until it achieves the
best sound conditions for your room. Using the supplied Optimizer Microphone,
YPAO performs the following checks and makes appropriate adjustments to give you
the best possible sound from your system:

Speaker Wiring: Checks which speakers are connected and
the polarity of each.

Speaker Size: Checks the frequency response of each
speaker and sets the appropriate crossover frequency for each channel.

Speaker Distance: Checks the distance of each speaker
from the listening position and adjusts the delay of each channel.

EQ: Each channel has a parametric equalizer; choose one
of three target settings before running the setup.

Natural: adjusts all speaker to a natural sound;
useful when the flat setting sounds too bright

Flat: use when all the speakers in the system have
similar sound characteristics

Front: EQs the center and rear speakers to sound
like the front; useful when your front speakers are better than the
others in the system

Volume Level: Checks and adjusts the volume level of
each speaker.

Note: You can also choose to manually adjust the AV
receiver's speaker settings.

Note: Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes can only be
selected if your audio source is connected to the A/V receiver via a digital
audio connection (HDMI, optical, or coaxial). To enjoy true 7.1ch Dolby Digital
TrueHD and DTS-HD surround sound, the receiver must be connected to your Blu-ray
player via HDMI.

Dolby Pro Logic II Settings: You can adjust the following
parameters in Pro Logic II Music modes:

Panorama: sends stereo signals to the surround
speakers as well as the front speakers for a wraparound effect

Dimension: adjusts the soundfield either towards
the front or towards the rear of the room

Center Width: moves the center channel output
completely towards the center speaker or towards the front left and
right speakers

Center Image (DTS NEO: 6 Music): This parameter adjusts the
front left and right channel output relative to the center channel to make the
center channel more or less dominant as necessary.

CINEMA DSP Soundfields: Conventional multichannel audio
reproduction systems base their sound on Dolby Digital and DTS decoding, using
matrix and steering technologies to create surround sound effects. Yamaha CINEMA
DSP is much more advanced, actually creating richly realized independent
soundfields that envelop you in an unmatched surround sound experience. With
dialogue, music and effects ideally located in these separate soundfields, you
will hear sound with accurate placement, smooth movement, exceptional clarity
and richness, and realistic presence. It will seem as if the walls of your room
have disappeared and you are in the middle of your own immense theater. The AV
receiver offers 23 CINEMA DSP programs for movies, music, and games.

Music Soundfields:
Hall Munich, Hall in Vienna, Hall in Amsterdam, Church in Freiburg, Church
in Royaumont, Chamber, Village Vanguard, Warehouse Loft, Cellar club, The
Roxy Theater, The Bottom Line, 9ch Stereo

CINEMA DSP Parameters: You can adjust the following parameters
of the Cinema DSP modes.

Adaptive DSP Level: You can change the receiver's CINEMA DSP
effect level (level of the soundfield effect to be added). You can manually adjust
the level of the soundfield effect from -6 dB to +3 dB. Or, with Adaptive
DSP Level, the receiver automatically adjust the Cinema DSP effect level in
conjunction with volume adjustments.

Delay: Adjusts the delay between the direct sound and
the presence soundfield (1-99ms), surround soundfield (1-49ms), and surround
back soundfield (1-49ms).

Room Size: Adjusts the broadening effect (0.1-2.0) of
the presence soundfield, surround soundfield, and the surround back sound
field.

Liveness: Adjusts the loss (0-10) of the presence
soundfield, surround back soundfield, and surround back soundfield.

Reverb: Adjusts the delay time of the rear reverberant
sound (1.0-5.0s), the delay between the direct sound and rear reverberant
sound (0-250ms), and the volume of the reverberant sound (0-100%).

CINEMA DSP Modes: The Yamaha RX-A3020 A/V receiver offers
three proprietary Yamaha CINEMA modes so you can enjoy your movies and music
even more in your home; regardless if you are using Presence Speakers, only have
a two-channel speaker system, or listening through headphones.

Cinema DSP HD 3: By using four CINEMA DSP engines with
advanced 3D processing and two front presence channels in a 9.2-channel
configuration, it gives the sound field an enhanced vertical dimension for
more realistic and exciting movie sound.

Virtual CINEMA DSP: Virtual CINEMA DSP is an algorithm that allows
you to enjoy DSP soundfield surround effects while using a minimal two-speaker system.
Virtual CINEMA DSP lets you enjoy the effects of CINEMA DSP surround sound
without using surround speakers (handy for use in custom installations where
some rooms don't have surround speakers). It can be used with the
front/center/presence speakers or even with just the two front left and
right speakers. This unit will switch to virtual CINEMA DSP mode automatically when surround
speakers are unavailable.

SILENT CINEMA: SILENT CINEMA makes it possible to hear
large-scale surround sound through ordinary headphones. This is a variation
of CINEMA DSP technology that Yamaha developed to let you listen in private
to movies and other multi-channel sources for hours without listening
fatigue.

Straight:
2-channel stereo
sources are output from only the front left and right speakers, while
multi-channel sources are decoded straight into the appropriate
channels without any additional tone or DSP processing.

Pure Direct:
Turns off the surround and tone
circuitry, and dims the front-panel display, allowing sources to
bypass the decoders and DSP processors of this unit so you can enjoy
pure hi-fi sound from 2-channel analog sources. During Direct
playback no sound is output from the subwoofer

Bass & Treble: You can adjust the balance
of the high-frequency range (Treble) and low-frequency range (Bass) of sounds
output from the receiver' front left and right speakers to obtain a desired
tone. You can independently adjust the bass (50Hz)
and treble (20kHz) from -6dB to +6dB in 0.5 dB increments. The tone control of the
speakers or headphones can be set separately.

Extra Bass: You can select whether to play front channel
low-frequencies through either of the front speaker or the subwoofer, or through
both the subwoofer and front speakers.

Subwoofer Trim: The Subwoofer Trim control enhances the low
frequencies by avoiding overlap with the front speaker output. This will result
in a cleaner, more focused sound stage while providing a seamless frequency
response. When subwoofer frequency overlap occurs in conventional systems, the
overall sound is "pushed" toward the subwoofer. Subwoofer Trim takes care of
this by separating the low subwoofer frequencies cleanly, thus stabilizing the
front stage while providing a well-balanced enhanced bass sound.

Music Enhancer: Yamaha employs sophisticated
digital signal processing with exclusive algorithms to enable playback that
improves the performance of compressed music formats, including MP3, WMA, and
AAC. With the Compressed Music Enhancer, highs and especially lows are richer
and smoother, bringing music back to life to be as close to the original as
possible. The receiver even has the ability to enhance
the quality of uncompressed digital audio, such as a CD (2-channel PCM) or
lossless FLAC file. In addition, the RX-A3020 applies noise reduction and
resolution enhancement for improved audio playback.

Dialogue Lift & Level Adjustment: Dialogue Lift raises the sound of
dialogue from the center speaker to a position in the center of the screen.
Newly developed virtual dialogue lift achieves dialogue lift function even
without the need for presence speakers. Dialogue Level Adjustment lets you
control the volume of the vocal sound, so you hear movie dialogue and music
vocals at the ideal level for clear, comfortable listening.

Adaptive DRC: Adaptive DRC (Dynamic Range Control)
automatically adjusts
the dynamic range in relation to the volume, useful at low volume. The amount of dynamic range compression applied
to bitstream signals is adjustable; Min/Auto is suitable for low volume listening,
Standard is typical for home use, and Max doesn't compress the dynamic range at all.

Volume Adjustments: The Yamaha RX-A3020 allows you to
customize the receiver's volume levels.

Max Volume Adjustment: Use this feature to set the
receiver's maximum volume level. This feature is useful to avoid turning the
volume too loud by mistake. You can set the Max Volume from -30 dB to +15 dB in
5 dB steps, or to +16.5 dB (full volume range is -80 dB to +16.5 dB).

Initial Volume Setting: Use this feature to set the volume
level when the power is turned on. You can choose between Off (same as the
volume when the unit was turned off), Mute, and -80 dB to + 16.5 dB in
increments of 0.5 dB.

Volume Trim: Use this feature to adjust the volume level of
each input. This is useful to balance the level of each input to avoid sudden
changes in volume when switching between input sources. The range is from -6 dB
to +6 dB in 0.5 dB increments.

Headphone Jack: The Yamaha RX-A3020 is equipped with a front-panel 1/4"
headphone jack for connecting a set of headphone, so you can listen to your
music privately. Connecting a set of headphones automatically mutes the
receiver's speaker outputs. Sound effects applied during playback can also
be heard through the headphones.

Video Features

HDMI (v.1.4) with Dual Outputs: The Yamaha RX-A3020 AV
receiver is equipped with eight HDMI v.1.4 inputs (7 front/1 rear) for
connecting HDMI-equipped audio/video components. In addition there are two HDMI
v.1.4 outputs that feed audio/video signals to up to two TVs. You can toggle or
simultaneously output the same video between two displays, such as two
televisions or a television plus a projector. HDMI Out 1 supports ARC (Audio
Return Channel). HDMI out 2 can be assigned to support video in another Zone, so
you can view a different audio/video source in another room of your home. The AV
receiver's HDMI jacks can be used for 2-channel and multi-channel linear PCM (up
to 8-channel) and Bitstream (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc) digital audio formats. The
HDMI 1.4 jacks also support 1080p and 4K video signals; as well as Deep Color
(30/36 bit), x.v.Color, 24 Hz refresh rates, and auto Lip-Sync compensation.

Note: When you output a video signal from both HDMI
outputs simultaneously, the receiver outputs the video signal at the highest
resolution that both TVs connected to this unit can support. For example, if
you are have connected a 1080p TV and a 720p TV, the receiver will output
720p video through both HDMI outputs.

4K Video Upscaling: The Yamaha RX-A3020 is capable of
outstanding upscaling and i/p conversion quality. This AV Receiver will upscale
video signals from analog-to-HDMI and HDMI-to-HDMI, up to 4K.
This means a much better picture with HDTVs capable of 3020p, 1080i, 1080p, or 4K
resolution. You can also convert a composite video signal to a
component video and vice-versa (without scaling). HDMI can only be output via HDMI.

Edge Adaptive Deinterlacing: In ordinary deinterlacing, pixels in
areas of movement are interpolated by upper and lower ranges. This causes
jaggies in diagonal lines. Edge adaptive deinterlacing detects the direction of
the line and interpolates the pixels optimally.

ARC (Audio Return Channel): This feature allows audio to be
sent from your compatible HDTV to your receiver through the same HDMI cable
already being used to send audio and video to your HDTV. This eliminates the
need for extra cables connected to your television.

HDMI Standby Through Mode: When the RX-A3020 is in standby
mode (power off), the Standby Through feature allows HDMI source signals to pass
through the receiver to the TV. The HDMI input can be changed using the remote
control. So, there's not need to turn on the A/V receiver in order to switch
HDMI sources.

Deep Color & x.v.Color Support: The Yamaha A/V receiver
supports Deep Color and x.v.Color content, which can display a larger color
range than standard-definition schemes. The result is a more lifelike, vibrant
picture.

Lip-sync: This function
adjusts the delay between audio and video output. You can do this manually or
have the receiver set the Lip-sync function automatically.

HDTV-compatible Component Video: The RX-A3020 offers four component
video inputs and a single component video monitor output (the component video
monitor output can also be used as a Zone 2 or 3 output). These inputs and output have a
frequency response of 5 Hz to 60 MHz and will pass High Definition video sources up
to 1080p.

Background Video: The Background Video feature allows you to
watch a video source while listening to a different audio source. With the
RX-A3020, you can select any video input, and listen to AM/FM radio or network
source at the same time.

Network & Tuner Functions

Ethernet LAN Port (optional WiFi): The Yamaha AV receiver is fitted with a
RJ-45 Ethernet (LAN) port to connect the receiver to your home network to access
your DLNA music server, or Internet Radio. There is also a rear-panel USB type-A
port (5V/0.5A) that allows you to connect Yamaha's YWA-10 wireless network adapter
(022YWA10, sold separately) for a wireless network connection.

DLNA 1.5/Windows 7 Certified: The RX-A3020 is DLNA (Digital
Living Network Alliance) 1.5 and Windows 7 compliant for audio networking. This
means it's easier for you to access and enjoy digital music stored on your PC.
You can use your PC to play high-bit rate music content through your audio
system, or use the RX-A3020 to browse and play music files on your hard drive.

Media Player: The Yamaha RX-A3020 lets you play music files
stored on your computer via a network connection. MP3 (up to 48kHz), WMA (up to
48kHz), AAC (up to 48kHz), WAV (up to
96kHz), and FLAC (up to 96kHz) audio files stored on your computer can be played
through the RX-A3020 via its wired network connection. You can control playback
of your streamed audio files from the AV receiver's remote control. The receiver
also supports ID3-Tag and META tag information so song title, artist name, and
album name can be displayed from the unit's on-screen menu (via HDMI). This unit
can play back music files stored on the following music servers:

PC with Windows Media Player 11 or later installed

PC with DLNA/UPnP Certificate server software installed

NAS with DLNA/UPnP certification

Internet Radio: The Yamaha AV receiver lets you access
various Internet Radio providers through its Ethernet network connection. You
can control these Internet Radio services with the menu displayed on the TV
screen (via HDMI only). The receiver will also display station name, album name,
song title, and elapsed time on your HDMI-connected television.

Music
Service

Description

vTuner

vTuner offers easy browsing of internet radio
stations and podcasts. vTuner enables access to web-based radio
stations and podcasts via an extremely reliable online database with
a wide variety of content. You can browse content by Genre,
Location, Language, and Favorites.

Pandora*

Pandora is a free, personalized Internet radio
service that plays the music you know and helps you discover music
you'll love. You can select Internet radio stations by Artist, Song,
or Genre.

Rhapsody*

Rhapsody is a streaming music subscription
service (starting a $10 per month) that allows you to play the
full-length songs you choose on demand from a collection of over 10
million songs, without ads and without having to purchase or
download the music.

HD Radio Tuner: In addition to receiving standard analog AM
and FM broadcasts, the RX-A3020 features a built-in HD Radio tuner. HD Radio
technology brings digital radio to conventional analog AM and FM radio stations,
with improved sound quality, better reception, and new data services. HD Radio
technology provides CD-quality sound for FM stations, and FM-quality sound for
AM stations. In addition, FM HD Radio station can transmit multiple programs on
the same frequency by using multicast channels. Text data display includes
station name, song title, artist name, etc. HD Radio is the system for digital AM and FM
broadcasting in the U.S. More than 2,000 radio stations are broadcasting
their primary signals in digital HD Radio technology, as a free service. Go
to HDRadio.com to check for HD Radio stations in your area.

Station Text: AM/FM digital stations can offer text and data
such as artist names and song titles.

Multicasting: Many HD Radio stations also offer more than
one channel of programming. This service is called multicasting.

40-Station Preset Tuning: The Aventage Series RX-A3020 lets
you store up to 40 AM/FM station presets. This can be done manually or
automatically (auto-preset tuning).

Direct Tuning: You can directly tune in a frequency using
the receiver's remote control.

Stereo/Monaural Modes: You can set this receiver to
automatically match FM broadcast frequencies in stereo, or convert the frequency
to monaural for weaker stations.

Web Control: When connected to your network (with Internet
connection) you can control the Yamaha RX-A3020 AV receiver with the web control
screen displayed in your PC's web browser. You'll be able to control functions
such as Zone2, Power On/Off, and Volume. Internet Explorer 7.x, 8.x, 9.x is
recommended for web browser.

Firmware Updates: New firmware will be released for the
purpose of additional features or product improvements. Firmware updates can be
downloaded from the Yamaha website. If this unit is connected to the Internet,
the receiver will indicate when a new firmware version is available and you can
download the firmware via the network connection. Firmware updates normally take
approximately 20 minutes or longer. Check
Yamaha'sSupport Download Site for the most recent firmware updates. The
test A/V receiver contained firmware version 1.10 (as of 11/6/2012).

USB/iPod Integration

USB Port: This unit is equipped with a front-panel USB
(type-A) port that allows you to enjoy WAV (PCM format only), MP3, WMA, AAC, and
FLAC
music files
from a USB mass storage class memory device; such as a portable MP3 player or
USB thumbdrive (not compatible with USB HDDs).
This unit can recognize sampling frequencies of up to 48 kHz on a compatible USB
storage device. Your USB mass storage class device must be formatted in FAT 16
or FAT32 . You can use the receiver's on-screen menu (via HDMI) and remote
control to navigate your stored music files on your connected USB memory device.
USB portable audio players that can be charged via USB will be charged when
plugged into the AV receiver's USB port (max. 2.1A); even in standby mode.

Note: While listening to a song from a USB device, you can view a
favorite video or photo from the receiver's monitor output. There is a
rear-panel USB port (5V/0.5A) that is used only do connect the optional
Yamaha wireless network adapter (YWA-10, sold separately).

AirPlay: This AV receiver supports AirPlay, which means it
can accept wireless music streaming from your iPod touch, iPhone or iPad; as
well as from iTunes on Macs or PCs. This makes it easy to enjoy your iTunes
music from your mobile Apple iOS device or computer on your home theater system.
You can even view metadata such as song title, artist name, as well as album art
via AV receiver's on-screen display. In addition, you can download
Apple's free "Remote" application and use your Apple device as the remote
control for your iTunes account. To use the AirPlay feature you need a Mac or
Windows-based PC running iTunes (10.2.2 or later) connected to your wireless
home network. Your iPod touch, iPhone, and iPad must have iOS 4.3.3 or later
installed and connected to the same wireless home network.

Audio Playback: The USB (type-A) port on the
front-panel provides convenient connection for your iPod/iPhone/iPad so you
can listen to your stored music and music apps through the Yamaha AV
receiver (use the Dock- or Lightning-to-USB cable that came with your Apple
device). This USB digital connection means that the digital audio signal
from your iPod/iPhone/iPad is transmitted directly to the system, minimizing
noise interference and allowing use of the receiver's DAC, not the DAC in
your iPod/iPhone. This results in more precise sound reproduction. You can
navigate your Apple device's music via the receiver's on-screen menu (via
HDMI) and remote control, or continue to use your Apple device's clickwheel
or touchscreen. You can browse your iPod/iPhone/iPad's stored music content
via Playlist, Artist, Album, Song, Genre, or Composer. You can also control
Repeat & Shuffle functions. Basic playback functions (such as Play/Pause,
Previous/Next Track) for music apps can also be controlled by the AV
receiver's remote. Song/artist information and Album Art from stored music
and music apps on your iPod/iPhone will display on your connected TV via
HDMI (song/artist text will also display on receiver's front-panel display).

Video Playback: You can also view video from stored
movies and movie apps on your iPod/iPhone/iPad by connecting your Apple
device to the AV receiver's front-panel USB port and either the composite
video input or HDMI input. Use the Apple Lightning-to-Digital AV Adapter (472LT2HDMI
sold separately), the Apple Lightning-to-USB cable that came with your
device, and a HDMI cable (sold separately) to connect your iPod touch (5th
gen), iPhone 5, iPad 4, or iPad mini to the AV receiver. Use the Apple
Dock-to-Digital AV Adapter (47230PHDMI,
sold separately), the Apple Dock-to-USB cable that came with your device,
and a HDMI cable (sold separately) to connect your iPod touch (4th gen),
iPhone 4/4S, or iPad (1/2/3). Use the
Apple Composite AV cable (sold separately) for older video-capable
iPod/iPhone/iPad devices w/ 30-pin connector. Video from your
iPod/iPhone/iPad can only be navigated from your Apple device's clickwheel
or touchscreen (select Simple mode on receiver).

Note: Your Apple device's battery will be charged while
connected to the receiver (max. 2.1A).

Apple Device Compatibility Chart: Using the Lightning- or
Dock-cable that came with your Apple device to connect directly to the Yamaha AV
receiver, iPod/iPhone compatibility is as follows (as of 9/24/2013):

Apple Device

Generation

Tested Version

Connector Type

Media Type

Control Type

Display Type

Charge

USB

AirPlay

Audio

Video

Remote

iPod/iPhone

Album Art

Artist/Song Text

Track Info

iPad

1

5.1.1

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

2

7.0

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

3

7.0

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

4

7.0

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

mini

7.0

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

iPhone

2G

3.1.3

Y

N

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

3G

4.2.1

Y

N

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

3GS

5.1.1

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

4

7.0

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

4S

7.0

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

5

7.0

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

5C

7.0

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

5S

7.0

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

touch

1st

2.2.1

Y

N

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

2nd

4.2.1

Y

N

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

3rd

5.1.1

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

4th

6.1.2

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

5th

7.0

Y

Y

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

nano

1st

1.3.1

Y

N

Y

N

Y

N

N

Y

Y

Y

2nd

1.1.3

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

3rd

1.1.3

Y

N

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

4th

1.0.4

Y

N

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

5th

1.0.2

Y

N

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

6th

1.2 PC

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

7th

1.02 PC

Y

N

Y

N

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

classic

80GB

1.1.2

Y

N

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

120GB

2.0.1

Y

N

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

160GB

2.0.4

Y

N

Y

O

Y

Y

N

Y

Y

Y

video

5th

1.3

Y

N

Y

N

Y

N

N

Y

Y

Y

Note: Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change
functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may
need to reset the unit and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If this
doesn't work, you may need to wait until a newer software update is
available.

Convenience Features

Advanced On-Screen GUI: The RX-A3020 offers an advanced on-screen menu
(GUI) system via its HDMI output. This clean and simple interface makes setup
and other operations extremely easy. Yamaha's latest graphical user interface
(GUI) has a high resolution display with clear, easy-to-use menus and also
includes a selectable status bar that shows input source, volume level, DSP mode
and audio format. The GUI can be displayed over both normal and 3D pictures. You
can set the receiver's on-screen menu language to English, French, Spanish,
Japanese, German, Russian, or Chinese. If your TV is connected to the composite
video or component video monitor output, you will need to use the AV receiver's
front-panel display when changing settings.

Multi-Zone AV System:
The Yamaha RX-A3020 AV receiver allows you to configure a
multi-zone audio/video system for your home. The
multi-zone configuration feature enables you
to set this unit to reproduce separate input
sources in the main zone, second zone (Zone
2), third zone (Zone 3) and fourth zone
(Zone 4). You can control this unit from the
second, third or fourth zone using the
supplied remote control.

Zone 2/Zone 3: The receiver's Zone 2/Zone 3 outputs
allow you to play the same or different audio/video sources in other rooms
of your home. The receiver
has dedicated stereo preamp outputs for both Zone 2 & 3, or the built-in amplifier
can power speakers in the second and/or third zones connected to the Extra
Speaker 1 and Extra Speaker 2 terminals. If either Zone 2 or Zone 3 speakers are
powered by the receiver, when Zone 2 or Zone 3 is turned on, the receiver's
Presence speakers in the main room are turned off. The analog video monitor
outputs (component video, S-video, and composite video) can also be assigned to
Zone 2 or Zone 3 (but not both). The volume of Zone 2/3 can be controlled by the
Yamaha receiver using either configuration or from your add-on amplifier
when using the line-output. You can select the following input
sources for Zone 2 or 3.

Analog Audio/Video Inputs (the video conversion between analog video jacks does not work for the
multi-zone output; to watch video in another zone, you need to connect the
Zone 2/3 video monitor out in the same way as the video input device)

AM/FM Tuner (you cannot select different AM/FM radio stations for each
zone)

USB (including iPod/iPhone)

AirPlay (iPod touch/iPhone/iPad/iTunes)

Internet Radio (vTuner, etc.)

DLNA/Media Player contents

Zone 4: The receiver's HDMI Output 2 terminal can be assigned to
output HDMI audio/video input signals to Zone 4 (or Zone 2; but not both).
Now you can enjoy the same or different HDMI connected audio/video sources
in another room of your home. The Zone 4 HDMI output can be connected
directly to a TV for basic video and 2ch audio playback. It can also be
connected to a secondary home theater receiver for multi-channel playback in
another zone. The Zone 4 HDMI output does not offer on-screen display.

Note: Unfortunately, a USB source (including iPod/iPhone) and Network
connected sources (Internet Radio/Media Player) cannot be played back in
different Zones at the same time.

Party Mode: The Party Mode allows
you to enjoy the AV receiver's Main Zone audio source in Zone2 & Zone3,
simultaneously (regardless of input audio signal types - analog or digital).
During the party mode, stereo playback is automatically selected for all zones.
The Main Zone, Zone2, & Zone3 play at the same volume level during Party mode.
Utilize this function when you want to play back an audio source as background
music in two rooms of your home. Zone 4 is only available when an HDMI input
source is selected in the main zone.

Scene Plus: The Scene Plus function simplifies operation by
providing one touch power-on, along with selection of the desired source and the
appropriate DSP programs. Scene Plus offers a choice of 12 Scene selections,
four of which can be assigned to the second zone in a multi-zone system. Scene
Plus can be selected from the receiver's front panel, remote control, on-screen
GUI, and even from the Apple iOS or Android app. Pressing a Scene button will
automatically launch a number of operations that initiate play of the source
controlled by that button.

Input Rename: You can rename each input so the display reflects
the actual source; choose from 15 templates or create an original name, up to
nine characters.

Display Dimmer: You can set the brightness of the front-panel display
from -4 to 0.

Memory Guard: This feature is used to prevent accidental changes
to the DSP program parameter values and other system settings.

ECO Mode: When the ECO Mode is enabled, you can reduce the receiver'
power consumption by keeping the maximum volume, maximum output power, and front
display's brightness low. ECO mode reduces power consumption by approximately
20%.

Sleep Timer: The receiver's Sleep Timer function can be set
turn the unit automatically off after 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes.

Auto Power Down: If you don't operate the receiver or use the remote
for an extended period of time, the unit will automatically go into standby mode
(Auto Power Down function). The Auto Power Down feature is selectable to 2, 4, 8 or
12 hours.

Remote Control

Learning/Multibrand Remote Control (with LCD): The receiver
comes with a learning/multibrand wireless remote control. In addition to the
receiver, the remote can be programmed to control multiple brands of TVs,
Blu-ray players, DVD players/recorders, DVRs, VCRs, etc. If you cannot find a
remote control code for your playback device or if any key on the remote control
does not work after you set the program code, you can use the Learn function to
"teach" the receiver's remote to operate your playback device. The remote
features an LCD window which displays operational information. With a single
press of a button you can illuminate the remote control's buttons for 10
seconds.

HDMI Control: The Yamaha AV receiver supports the HDMI control
function, which allows you to operate external components via HDMI. If your TV
or other external components support HDMI control, you can use the remote
controls of those devices to operate some of this unit's functions, and to
synchronize this unit with the operation of those devices. You can use the
following operations with the remote control of any of the connected HDMI
Control compatible devices.

Power synchronization (On/Standby)

Volume control, including Mute

Changing the volume of the audio output signal device (either the TV or
the receiver)

AV Controller App: This AV Controller App (free) will turn
your iPod touch, iPhone, iPad or Android device into a Wi-Fi enabled remote
control for the Yamaha AV receiver. This App provides the flexibility to control
input, volume, mute and power commands. You can browse content from all
internally available sources such as Internet Radio, USB and AM/FM tuners. You
can also control all AV receiver zones such as powering on and changing input
for each zone. This App not only controls the Yamaha AV receiver, it also
controls Yamaha Blu-ray Disc Players, supporting various functions including
Play, Stop and Forward. In addition, you can browse music stored on your Apple
iOS or Android device and wirelessly transfer the content to the Yamaha A/V
receiver for playback.

AV Controller App for Apple: The free
AV controller App for Apple is available for download from the Apple
iTunes App Store. It supports the iPod touch, iPhone , or iPad with iOS 4.2
or higher installed.

AV Controller App for Android: The free
AV controller App for Android is available for download from the online
Android Market. Requires Android 2.1 and up.

Note: You must have a wireless network in your home and
the Yamaha AV receiver & Apple or Android device connected to the same
network.

Remote Connections: The RX-A3020 offers a variety of remote
connections.

Remote Jacks: The receiver has two remote input and two remote
output minijack (3.5mm) terminals for use with external IR receivers and
compatible Yamaha components.

12V Trigger Outputs: The RX-A3020 has two programmable
mini-jack outputs (3.5mm) to send 12-Volt DC turn-on signals to other components
that accept a 12V trigger, such as a power amplifier or motorized projection
screen. The triggers are programmed either to work with a specific zone (main
room or Zone 2) or a specific source.

RS-232C Port: The AV receiver's RS-232C port provides
seamless integration with a wide range of third-party home automation control
systems.

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I forwarded your question to an Advisor and they responded with the following: The Yamaha RX-A3020 does how powered outputs to have a Zone 2 and 3 without the need for an extra amp if it is just one pair of speakers in each zone.
You can then do a 5.1 system for the main room.
Digital audio sources can be played back to Zone 2 but not Zone 3, and USB and network-connected sources cannot be played back in different Zones at the same time.If you would like to discuss further you can contact an Advisor directly by phone (1-800-324-9695) or online chat.[ Krissy Apr 30, 2014 ] Staff

No. I don't believe so They have been getting away from cassettes. Which sucks for Nakamichi fans[ ROB Apr 10, 2014 ]

Never tried that. I looked the unit over in response to your question and find myself in the same dilemma you are in. It does not appear to. Not a definitive response , sorry.Al[ ALBIN Apr 09, 2014 ]

Martin, I am sure you can configure the unit to drive your decks, but I strongly recommend you download the Owner's Manual from the Yamaha website. I have one double-deck tape unit, plus a CD/DVR/VCR combo, DirectTV box, Playstation 3 box, flat-screen monitor, and a turntable. The system is pushing 9 speakers and a subwoofer, and the "9-channel stereo" setting for music is impressive. There is more room for inputs, dunno if they're audio or video, and more speakers (used as Zone 2 OR in the same room as the main system). My only complaint is the low volume of the turntable. I even tried adding a small phono amp but all I got was hummmmm.... I also suggest you call the fine folks at Crutchfield. They seem to know what they are talking about and are very helpful. Good luck! I would love to know the results of your research.[ Kenneth Apr 09, 2014 ]

Yes there are two(2) USB ports one front, one rear for purposes as intended for use by Yamaha.[ DOUGLAS May 27, 2014 ]

You guys never sent me the YWA-10 wireless network connection, although it was part of the original order and I paid for it. There is a usb port in the front.[ DAVID S Jan 20, 2014 ]

There is a usb connection in the front, bottom at the left, next tothe mic jack.[ GLENN Dec 23, 2013 ]

Hello Dev C,The USB connection is on the front. I checked and could not find a similar connection on the rear. The ethernet connection is in the rear. I bought a 50 foot ethernet cable and connected it directly with our wireless router, something not too difficult to do in our ranch house with a basement. After reading some critical reviews of the Yamaha wireless device I selected the hard wire connection. The i-phone and i-pad app is excellent allowing me to totally control the receiver from anywhere in the house. The app was, for me, one of the selling points for selecting a Yamaha product. I am totally pleased with the receiver and was impressed when it arrived the next day after I ordered it.[ PAUL A Dec 20, 2013 ]

The USB connector is on the front panel (at least that is the one I have used to hookup iPods).I believe there is one on the back to hookup a wireless network adapter, but I have not used it (I use the wired ethernet connection).[ MICHAEL L Dec 20, 2013 ]

There is a port on the front and I believe it is for a music input, like an IPOD. There is also a USB port on the back, but it is labelled DC OUT and is located next to the RJ45 network jack. This rear connection looks like it would be the place to connect the wireless network adapter. The user manual (or the user manual I have) does not address the use of this rear USB port.I think both statements by Yamaha are correct, one USB input used for a music input, one on the back used for connection to network.[ KEITH Dec 20, 2013 ]

There is an USB connector and a HDMI port in the front.[ Dace Dec 20, 2013 ]